Quality Engineer Internship

at ContiTech in Halstead, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Company Description

THE COMPANY

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of 39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

How You Will Make An Impact

ContiTech USA, LLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer Intern to join our Quality team. This internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you will work alongside experienced quality professionals to improve processes, analyze data, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Engineering who are interested in manufacturing, quality systems, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

+ Assist with quality investigations and root cause analysis.

+ Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing and quality data.

+ Support continuous improvement projects focused on reducing scrap and improving process capability.

+ Participate in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.

+ Assist with inspections, audits, and documentation.

+ Help create and update work instructions, quality procedures, and standard operating procedures.

+ Support statistical process control (SPC) activities and reporting.

+ Participate in cross-functional meetings with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.

+ Assist with product testing and validation activities.

+ Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Role

+ Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or a related Engineering field. Students must be at a minimum sophomore standing with a GPA 2.8 or higher.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.

+ Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, or continuous improvement concepts.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business tools.

+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

+ Strong communication and organizational skills.

+ Willingness to learn and engage in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

+ Legal work authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Additional Ways To Stand Out

+ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

+ Experience with data analysis or statistical software.

+ Familiarity with quality management systems.

+ Previous manufacturing or internship experience.

Physical Requirements

+ Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.

+ Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

+ Ability to stand and walk throughout the production facility.

+ Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

+ Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Additional Information

What We Offer

+ Hands-on experience in a real-world supply chain environment.

+ Mentorship from experienced professionals.

+ Opportunity to develop skills in procurement, inventory management, and process improvement.

+ Exposure to cross-functional collaboration within operations.

+ Potential for future employment opportunities upon successful completion.

Students from locations outside of the United States must be employed by Continental in their home country or actively enrolled in a Continental sponsored international intern program to be considered for an internship in the United States. The Company does not sponsor visas for international interns or offer relocation for this opportunity.

Why Join ContiTech?

At ContiTech, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative manufacturing environment. You’ll gain practical engineering experience that complements your classroom education and prepares you for a successful engineering career.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.